Woodbury Community FoundationConnecting the Woodbury Community2015-03-04T03:31:14Zhttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/feed/atom/WordPressWoodbury Community Foundationhttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/?p=15542015-02-22T17:46:39Z2015-02-22T17:46:39ZPlease join the Woodbury Community Foundation for the upcoming Leadership Forum session on Monday, February 23, 2015 from 5:30-7:00 pm. Please note the new time! 5:30!

Our new format begins with delicious food and beverages of your choice, mixed in with great conversation and discussion that furthers our knowledge of leadership in our own lives and how to benefit the lives of others in our community.

The Forum will be held at the Holiday Inn & Suites, 8511 Hudson Boulevard, Lake Elmo, MN 55042.

Brenda Carlson will Leads Discussion on Goal- Setting and Goal-Getting!

The 30-minute interactive presentation will share five proven strategies to achieve your goals. Format is informal, including whole-group discussion, question and answer and a graphic organizer for attendees to capture what they learn.

Entrepreneurs and business owners know how to set goals. They’ve attended goal setting seminars, learned about SMART goals and even have written goals. Every year they develop new goals hoping the next year will be more successful than the last. And each year they are disappointed.

Research indicates that 20% of individuals set goals and believe that goals are important to their success. However, of that 20%, fully 70% consistently fail to achieve their own objectives.

Since Leadership Members are very aware of how to set goals, this 30-minute interactive presentation will share five proven strategies to achieve their goals. Format is informal, including whole-group discussion, question and answer and a graphic organizer for attendees to capture what they learn.

Some people are educators, some are coaches, and some are story tellers. Brenda Carlson is a combination of all of these – and much more! An achiever since her teen years, Brenda’s love/hate relationship with goals took her a long way. But when she found herself in career transition and ultimately started her own business, goals took on a whole new significance. Now, achieving goals meant she could put food on the table – not achieving them meant going hungry.

Brenda’s story gives her audiences tips, tools and confidence that they, too, can achieve their own aspirations. When she’s not running her businesses Brenda can be found hiking in the mountains, playing with five grandchildren or enjoying a great cup of coffee.

Always looking for ways to contribute, Brenda also serves on the boards of her local church and the Woodbury Community Foundation, where she co-chairs the Leadership Forum.

To sign up as a member of The Leadership Forum, please call 651-788-6586.

]]>0Jeffrey Prottashttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/citizens-academy-2/2015-01-30T20:05:48Z2015-01-30T20:05:48ZTitle: Citizens’ AcademyLocation: Axel’s Bonfire RestaurantDescription: As the Citizens’ Academy embarks on its sixth session, we take a moment to celebrate the 100+ graduates from the first 5 years of the program.Start Time: 05:30 p.m.Date: 2015-29-01End Time: 07:30 p.m.
]]>0Jeffrey Prottashttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/citizens-academy/2015-01-30T20:03:09Z2015-01-30T20:03:09ZTitle: Citizens’ AcademyLocation: Axel’s Bonfire RestaurantDescription: As the Citizens’ Academy begins it’s sixth year, we take a moment to celebrate the 100+ graduates from the first 5 years of the program. Start Time: 05:30 p.m.Date: 2015-29-01End Time: 7:30 p.m.
]]>0Woodbury Community Foundationhttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/?p=17152014-11-11T04:15:07Z2014-11-11T04:15:07Z

There are five generations in the workplace at the same time for the first time, Diane Amundson told the WCF Leadership Forum tonight. She explained differences between the generations and tips for working effectively with them. ...

Join us for an Economic Update to learn more about:
Should I react to economic headlines?
Could my investments be doing better?
Is it time to change my financial strategy?
To reserve your spot or to get more information, please contact Nancy at the @[165347341277:274:Woodbury Community Foundation] at 651-788-6586 or by emailing nancy@woodburyfoundation.org.
There will be additional workshops on other topics on June 9th; August 20th; October 8th; November (TBD); and December 8th.
Presenters of this workshop will include: Christopher Burns, representatives from the East Metro Financial Team of Thrivent Financial and Woodbury Public Safety
There is no charge to attend this event and refreshments will be served.

WCF/East Metro Thrivent Financial: 2015 Economic Update

April 9, 2015, 6:45pm

Trinity Presbyterian Church of Woodbury MN

Join us for an Economic Update to learn more about:
Should I react to economic headlines?
Could my investments be doing better?
Is it time to change my financial strategy?
To reserve your spot or to get more information, please contact Nancy at the Woodbury Community Foundation at 651-788-6586 or by emailing nancy@woodburyfoundation.org.
There will be additional workshops on other topics on June 9th; August 20th; October 8th; November (TBD); and December 8th.
Presenters of this workshop will include: Christopher Burns, representatives from the East Metro Financial Team of Thrivent Financial and Woodbury Public Safety
There is no charge to attend this event and refreshments will be served.

Keeping it Real: An Introduction to the Millennials
Millennials born between 1982-2001, also known as Generation Y, currently make up thirty six percent of the workforce and by 2020 will make up close to half of the workforce according to Forbes magazine.
As an employer, do you understand how to tap into the strengths of this generation? As a baby boomer, are you wondering why they often need more praise and explanation as to “why” things work?
In this informative and humorous presentation you will learn how to work more effectively with this bright, always-on, instant gratification generation.
In addition you will learn how:
This generation’s beliefs, values and ideals were shaped
To recruit and retain them in your business
To engage them in community work
Diane Amundson's dynamic, fun, and many times humorous presentations help effectively drive home the message of how to resolve conflict, improve workplace communication, and increase productivity.

WCF Leadership Forum: Diane Amundson

March 23, 2015, 5:30pm

Holiday Inn & Suites, 8511 Hudson Boulevard, Lake Elmo, MN 55042

Keeping it Real: An Introduction to the Millennials
Millennials born between 1982-2001, also known as Generation Y, currently make up thirty six percent of the workforce and by 2020 will make up close to half of the workforce according to Forbes magazine.
As an employer, do you understand how to tap into the strengths of this generation? As a baby boomer, are you wondering why they often need more praise and explanation as to “why” things work?
In this informative and humorous presentation you will learn how to work more effectively with this bright, always-on, instant gratification generation.
In addition you will learn how:
This generation’s beliefs, values and ideals were shaped
To recruit and retain them in your business
To engage them in community work
Diane Amundson's dynamic, fun, and many times humorous presentations help effectively drive home the message of how to resolve conflict, improve workplace communication, and increase productivity.

Dynamic and engaging presentations during the Economic Development and Media & Communications session of the 2015 WCF Woodbury Citizens' Academy! ...

]]>0Woodbury Community Foundationhttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/?p=16792014-10-20T16:40:25Z2014-10-20T16:40:25Z

It’s Bart Chestman, the infamously famous game show host, acting natural in front of the camera. He’s not bad looking, either – considering he’s is a little tedious when it comes to still photography. He resorted to his four most signature poses so his audience could better understand how it’s done. Thanks, Bart.

Where Bart truly shines is in front of a live studio audience. Until you catch him live on November 14, 2014, enjoy these still shots of the face behind Woodbury Does a Deal 2014.

The “Retro Popsicle”

The “Forgot-Your-Name”

The “Hard Hitter”

The “WDaD 2014”

]]>1Woodbury Community Foundationhttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/?p=16392014-09-12T04:40:03Z2014-09-12T04:40:03ZWoodbury Does a Deal is back for 2014. If you attended last year, you know a little bit of what’s in store. Of course, the Woodbury Community Foundation is determined to bring some surprises to this second annual event. WDaD 2013 was a blast, but this year will top it by far – and it’s all taking place at the Prom Center on November 14, 2014.

One man who refused to be topped – or replaced – is the infamous game show guru Bart Chestman. Bart was the headman for WDaD 2013’s three-door “deal” last year. This year, he’s insisted on blocking out the next two months to prepare for November 14, 2014 – the night he calls: “WDaD 2014 – the Biggest Deal since WDaD 2013.” He certainly has passion.

In addition to hosting the event, Bart has established himself as the head of WDaD’s promotion and public relation. He’s certainly wasted no time in gaining access to WDaD’s and WCF’s social media platforms. (See below.)

“At this point,” former WDaD marketing manager John Healy said, “there’s really no way to stop him. Bart is like a runaway train, you know? Once he sets his sights on something, there’s no shaking him. We’ll just have to hope his marketing forte keeps up with his passion for Woodbury Does a Deal. We know that he won’t… he might not let us down.”

Since Healy is now WDaD’s “former” marketing manager, Bart has hired him as his assistant. “I’ll only be writing the really hard-hitting stuff,” Bart said. “I’ll leave the rest to Johnny.”

In line with Bart’s first marketing campaign: “No Woodbury resident left uninformed,” please see the list below, where citizens are enthusiastically encouraged to keep in touch with the Woodbury Community Foundation, WDaD, and – of course – Bart Chestman.

YouTube:
For a variety of videos that capture Bart’s preparation and promotion for Woodbury Does a Deal 2014, subscribe to the Woodbury Community Foundation’s YouTube channel: WoodburyFoundation

]]>0Woodbury Community Foundationhttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/?p=15202014-03-26T17:32:44Z2014-03-26T17:30:25ZThe Woodbury Citizens’ Academy is a ten-week program that engages citizens in their community through knowledge and volunteerism.

Sponsored by the Woodbury Community Foundation, the City of Woodbury and the Woodbury Lions Club, the 2014 Academy will hold its first session on Tuesday, February 6, 2014. Weekly Tuesday evening sessions will conclude with graduation on April 10, 2014.

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A long history of collaboration and servant leadership will be the focus of the Woodbury Community Foundation (WCF) Tenth Anniversary Celebration Gala Event on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at the Prom Center in Oakdale.

“Woodbury Together – Celebrating Our Heritage, Building Our Future” is the theme for the event which is being planned as a multi-media experience for all who attend.

It’s not your typical fundraiser. There is no silent auction. Attendees will immediately experience a Heritage Walk portraying selected eras in Woodbury’s past, present and the future. The Merrill Community Arts actors will bring to life the story in a musical production. We’ll hear directly from Inez Oehlke, whose family was one of the Woodbury founding families, and past and present City Mayors.”

Attendees will receive a special, one-of-a-kind commemorative book suitable for formal display.

It will be the event of the year in Woodbury, perhaps in the East Metro Area.

Thrivent Financial has partnered with the Foundation in support of the celebration activities.

The event will kick off at 6 p.m. with dinner and program following.

During these final days prior to the Woodbury Together Tenth Anniversary Gala, please call the Woodbury Community Foundation at 651.788.6586 to RSVP and to purchase your tickets.

]]>0Woodbury Community Foundationhttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/?p=13842013-10-31T01:18:35Z2013-10-29T22:13:44Z

Instead of the Soiree Spooktacular, the Woodbury Community Foundation is putting on “Woodbury Does a Deal” this year for its annual major fundraiser. “Something different. Something fresh. Something fun,” said Larry Dodge, who is heading up volunteering for the event. [Woodbury Patch | Read the whole article]

The Woodbury Community Foundation brings the creative costume craziness of ‘Let’s Make a Deal’ to Woodbury this November! Find out what’s behind Door #1! Wear a costume and be prepared for an evening of fun, fun, fun! Infamous game-show host Bart Chestman will be hosting the fun.

Watch the hilarious Bart Chestman Videos on YouTube:

It’s guaranteed to be the most memorable night in Woodbury in the last century!Friday, Nov. 1, 2013, beginning at 6:30 p.m.Details: Prom Center in Oakdale 484 Inwood Ave N Oakdale, MN 55128
Tickets are just $60; but$75 the day of the event.

Evening will include hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, costume contests and a live auction (with Bart Chestman) and a silent auction.Presenting Sponsors: Ewing-Hrastich Team from Edina Realty and CorTrust Bank.

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]]>2Woodbury Community Foundationhttp://www.woodburyfoundation.org/?p=13722013-10-28T03:34:31Z2013-10-28T02:20:18Z

Leadership experience in both the public and private sectors will make Tom Sorel a most interesting and inspirational speaker at the Monday, Oct. 28 Woodbury Community Foundation Leadership Forum.

Sorel has been President & CEO of AAA Minneapolis since December 2012. He was Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Transportation prior to that and held numerous posts across the country over his career, from USDoT Intermodal Liaison for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games to Major Projects Team Leader for the Federal Highway Administration in Washington, DC.

RSVP now for this session at jodi@woodburyfoundation.org. The Forum sessions have moved to the Eagle Valley Golf Course. They run from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. and include discussion on the WCF work of ensuring that our community is a premier, rewarding and caring place to live, work and play for all.

The Leadership Forum is a membership program of the Woodbury Community Foundation for business owners and C-suite executives who live in or operate a business in Woodbury. Non-profit Executive Directors interested in advancing the vision of WCF are also welcome. For more information, call Brenda (651.501.7850) or Mary (612.940.0431).

The Forum’s featured speaker in November will be Dr. Verna Price, CEO, The Power of People Consulting Group. Save the date now – Nov. 25.